Water damage repair and restoration in Port Huron, MI
Most water damage calls in Port Huron, MI come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 59% of Port Huron's 13,471 homes were built before 1960, and 32% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Port Huron ZIP codes in St. Clair County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Port Huron, MI, shut off the water or power if it's safe, then call (833) 462-1975. We connect you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP; 2 Port Huron ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Census data
Port Huron homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 13,471
- Median year built
- 1955
- Built before 1960
- 59%
- Owner-occupied
- 62%
Among the 32 Michigan cities with pages on this site, Port Huron ranks #31 by number of homes and has older housing than 77% of them (median build year 1955). Its share of pre-1960 homes (59%) is well above the 45% average for those cities, which points to more pipe, drain and foundation leaks.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 28,342 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Port Huron
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 59% of homes were built before 1960, the usual suspects are corroded supply lines, cracked cast-iron drains and foundations that let water in after heavy rain.
Sewer and basement flooding
Heavy rain overwhelms sewers, sending water up basement floor drains.
Ice dams
Snow and cold create ice dams that push water into ceilings.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Michigan page.
Common calls
Most requested in Port Huron
Disaster history in St. Clair County
Since 2000, FEMA has included St. Clair County in 1 major disaster declaration: 1 severe storm. The most recent was Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding in 2004 (DR-1527).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Port Huron water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Port Huron?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Port Huron, MI, shut off the water or power if it's safe, then call (833) 462-1975. We connect you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP; 2 Port Huron ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
How old are homes in Port Huron?
The median home in Port Huron was built in 1955. About 59% of its 13,471 homes were built before 1960 and 6% in 2000 or later, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey. Older homes are more likely to have corroded pipes and drains; newer homes see more appliance and supply-line leaks.
Has St. Clair County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included St. Clair County in 1 major disaster declaration for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (2004). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Port Huron?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Port Huron ZIP codes. Coverage is set ZIP by ZIP, so enter yours in the ZIP checker or call to confirm a company serves your address.
ZIP codes covered in Port Huron
48060, 48061
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Guides for Port Huron homeowners
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